My grandparents enjoyed nothing better than going for a daily drive to find and visit one of Norfolk’s many churches. I think we have over 800 in the county, many with round towers. My Nan kept a draw with all the information guides she had picked up after each visit. They loved it and when in the school holidays my sister and I would often be looked after by my grandparents, we too were taken to see some of these beautiful buildings. I’m not sure whether we quite appreciated them when we were younger, but often on this journey I have found myself visiting a church or Cathedral and certainly have found time to admire the architecture and craftsmanship involved.
Whilst visiting Truro Cathedral, I happened to be there during their short, daily moment of prayer. To join with a small group of strangers in such a magnificent space was a very moving moment and one I shall remember.
Another special day was visiting St Michael’s Mount. Waiting for the tide to reveal the causeway whilst eating a hot pasty in the sunshine on the beach, I suddenly felt like a proper tourist! I’m glad I opted to leave Poppy in the van after her run on the beach as the causeway was slippery in parts and the Pilgrim’s Steps up to the castle would also have been a little treacherous with a lead in hand!
The views were great from the top although we had to hang on to our hats around the western side as the wind was so gusty! The guides inside the castle were fantastic and give you a real sense of the stories within each room.
So thank you Cornwall, you continue to provide us with winter wonders.
Truro Cathedral
Inside the castle on St Michael’s Mount
Lanhydrock, late Victorian house and estate, National Trust
Truro Cathedral
On the Mount - very windy!
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